Throwing Stones

About this book

Can Andy live up to his brothers basketball legacy? When Andy Soarings older brother Pete died in World War I Andys life changed forever. Now five years later Andy is fourteen and beginning to feel the weight of his brothers legacy especially when he holds Petes basketball in his hands. Andy dreams of leading his high-school team to the Indiana state tournament as his brother did before him. If only Andy could be a basketball star maybe he could ease his parents sadness and more important feel like he truly belongs to his family. But when Andy lets pride get in the way--over a girl no less--all bets are off. Set against the backdrop of Prohibition this stunning novel tells of one boys search for answers--and the perfect free throw.